May Giveaway: Japa Mala Beads

We’ve teamed up with our sister site at Japa Mala Beads for our May giveaway sweepstakes prize. For two weeks YogaBasics readers can have a chance to win a $150 Gift Certificate to Japa Mala Beads!

About Japa Mala Beads:

Japa Mala Beads has been making and importing mala beads since 2004. Their unique mala designs are created by an artist and strung by a yogi–most of which are made in the USA. Please take a moment to check out their website to see the entire lineup of mala beads are made with semi-precious gemstones, hand-carved bone, rudraksha beads, sacred woods and hemp tassels.

About the prize:

One winner will receive a $150 Gift Certificate to Japa Mala Beads. The certificate does not expire and can be used toward any purchase, including mala beads, boxes, bags, bead stacks and alter sets.

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